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Timberwolves beat Nuggets 112-96 to lead series 3-1 despite losing Edwards and DiVincenzo to injuries.
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 112-96 in Game 4, extending their series lead to 3-1 and moving within one victory of advancing past the defending champions. Ayo Dosunmu led the way with a career-high 43 points off the bench, providing the offensive firepower Minnesota needed on the road in Denver.
The victory came at a significant cost. Anthony Edwards sustained a left knee injury during the second quarter, while Donte DiVincenzo suffered a torn Achilles tendon in the first half—two critical losses to Minnesota's rotation. Despite the injuries, the Timberwolves maintained offensive efficiency through balanced scoring contributions.
Nikola Jokic recorded 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 9 assists for Denver, while Jamal Murray added 30 points in the losing effort. The Nuggets' inconsistent perimeter shooting limited their offensive output against Minnesota's bench-driven attack.
Game 5 is scheduled for Monday in Denver, setting the stage for a potential series-clinching opportunity for the Timberwolves.
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Dosunmu's bench explosion powers Timberwolves to road victory
Ayo Dosunmu's career-high 43 points off the bench provided the offensive catalyst for Minnesota's Game 4 victory in Denver. The Timberwolves' bench scoring depth proved decisive against a Nuggets team struggling with shooting efficiency. Dosunmu's production exemplified Minnesota's balanced scoring approach throughout the series.
Injuries overshadow Timberwolves' advancement toward series closeout
While the Timberwolves moved within one game of advancing, the injuries to Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo represent a major challenge heading forward. The timing of these losses at a critical series juncture threatens Minnesota's depth and roster flexibility as the team approaches a potential series-clinching opportunity in Game 5.